The purpose of art is the lifelong construction of a state of wonder.

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The purpose of art is the lifelong construction of a state of wonder.

Glenn Gould

1982

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Gould, Glenn. Commencement address. Commencement ceremony. 6 Nov. 1982, York University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

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